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Man orders Laptop from Flipkart and gets detergent bars instead

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A student from IIM Ahmedabad placed an order for a laptop from Flipkart during its Big Billion Days Sale. He was delivered packets of detergent bars instead of the laptop.


Yashawi Sharma had ordered the laptop for his father. He stated that the package was received by his father who was not aware of Flipkart’s Open Box Delivery concept. As per this system, the delivery person has to open the package in front of the customer to ensure that the right item is delivered. The idea behind this system is to prevent any fraud.
When contacted, Flipkart originally stated that it could not accept return of the order but later relented due to continuous efforts taken by Sharma and promised a refund.

King Charles to replace Queen on coins, notes and stamps

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The UK is slowly adapting to its new head of state. Earlier. all coins, currency notes and stamps had the image of the late Queen Elizabeth. Now they will be replaced with the image of King Charles.


Anne Jessopp, the Chief Executive Officer at the Royal Mint said that” the first coins bearing the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III will enter circulation in line with demand from banks and post offices”. However, the replacement process will take time as there are around 27 billion coins bearing the effigy of the late queen. They will be in circulation in the UK for many years to come.
According to the Bank of England, bank notes with a portrait of King Charles will enter circulation by the middle of 2024.
The Royal Mail stated that stamps would be updated to feature the King’s image and will enter circulation when the current stock gets exhausted. All the existing currency and stamps with the queen’s image will remain valid.

Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu meets Priyanka Chopra

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Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu met up with Priyanka Chopra at the Global Citizen Festival held in New York. She shared a picture of their meeting on Instagram.


The picture shows Harnaaz and Priyanka posing along with two volunteers. Harnaaz was thrilled to meet Priyanka and she thanked her for her kindness. Priyanka has been a great inspiration to Harnaaz and she revealed this in an interview after she won the title in 2021. She wishes to follow in the footsteps of Priyanka and bring glory to the country.
Both Priyanka and Harnaaz were seen wearing cool outfits in the picture. While Priyanka wore a crop top, matching trousers and an oversized blazer, Harnaaz wore a black T-shirt with blue denim jeans and a printed blazer.

Malayalam actor arrested for abusing woman journalist

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Sreenath Bhasi, a malayalam actor was arrested by the Kerala police for using abusive words at a woman journalist during an interview.
The journalist lodged a complaint with the police and the actor was summoned to the Maradu police station and kept under arrest. The arrest was recorded under various sections of the Indian Penal Code that deal with using words or gestures intending to insult the modesty of a woman in or near any public place.


Since the offence was a bailable one, he would be let out on bail after the medical examination was done.
The alleged incident took place on September 21 during a promotional interview for the actor’s new film ‘ Chattambi’. The journalist alleged that Sreenath lost his temper when she asked him a question about the title of the film and that he abused her and the crew after the camera was turned off.

Chandigarh airport to be named after Shaheed Bhagat Singh

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The 28th of September is observed as the birth anniversary of Bhagat Singh, one of the brave freedom fighters of our country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced on his monthly radio address ”Mann Ki Baat” that the Chandigarh airport will be renamed after freedom fighter Bhagat Singh as a tribute to him.


The Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagawant Mann welcomed this decision and is happy that a long pending demand of the Punjabis has been fulfilled. Haryana’s Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala has also welcomed the announcement of renaming the Chandigarh airport.
The governments of Punjab and Haryana held a meeting over this issue last month and agreed to rename the Chandigarh international airport after Bhagat Singh. They sent a letter to the Union Civil Aviation Ministry requesting for the procedure to be completed before September 28th, the birth anniversary of Bhagat Singh.

Manmohan Singh celebrates his birthday today

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent him greetings and wished him to have a long and healthy life.
Rahul Gandhi also wished Dr. Singh a very happy birthday. Manmohan Singh is known to be one of the finest statesmen of India. He was born on September 26, 1932 in a village in Punjab. He completed his studies at the Punjab University, Cambridge and Oxford.


He joined the Congress Party and held the post of Prime Minister for 2 consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014 during the Congress led UPA rule.. He is known to be a renowned economist. He was the Finance Minister in the PV Narasimha Rao led government during 1991 to 1996 and he made sweeping reforms during this period.

Parvathy Hospital conducted ‘Walkathon 2022’ event at YMCA Chennai

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Parvathy Hospital an Orthopaedic Super Specialty Hospital conducted a fitness awareness event ‘Rise Again – Walkathon 2022’ for the elderly people of Chennai.

The Walkathon Flag off was done by Dr J.Radhakrishnan, IAS (Hon’ble Principal Secretary Cooperation, Food and Consumer Protection) in the presence of Ms Vinodhini Vaidynathan (Actress), Mr Santhosh Prathap (Actor) and Dr S.Muthukumar (Founder & Chairman, Parvathy Hospital).

Speaking at the event Dr Vetri Kumar, Executive Director, Parvathy Hospital said “Being healthy and active becomes more important as we age. However, commonly people succumb to back and knee pain and compromise their active lifestyle. That’s why, with much thought and consideration, we have organised this walkathon event for elderly people. We wish to promote fitness to everyone and showcase that there is no age limit to start a healthy life”.

A highlight of this event – More than 150 elderly people, who once were patients have now recovered from knee and hip pain via replacement surgeries, have come out, breaking the cycle of pain to lead a healthy lifestyle.

This is the 4th edition of Parvathy Hospital’s Walkathon series. Last iterations were held in 2015, 2016, and 2017.

Actor Vikram Prabhu flagged off the ‘World Heart Day 2022 Walkathon’

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The Medway Heart Institute organised the World Heart Day 2022 Walkathon event on the morning of 25 September, 2022, Sunday.

The occasion was flagged off by well-known Tamil film actor Mr. Vikram Prabhu at 7am, from the Olcott Memorial Higher Secondary School in Besant Nagar, Chennai in the presence of Dr.Palaniappan (Chairman, Medway Hospitals), Dr Anbarasu – Cardiothorasic and Vascular Surgeon, Dr Jaishankar -Interventional Cardiologist and Electrophysiology and Dr Gnanavelu – Interventional Cardiologist.

Speaking at the event Tamil film actor Mr. Vikram Prabhu said “Being healthy and active becomes more important as we age. Medway Group of Hospitals has organized this Walkathon event to highlight the global campaign of World Heart Day that falls on September 29th. This event also motivates us to wake up early and exercise which improves our respiratory system and our hearts”

The event witnessed extensive participation not only from the employees of the Medway Group of Hospitals, but also the walkers associations, fitness enthusiasts and general public, with a lively energy being evident amongst the crowd, which included people of all ages.

Medway Hospitals – an advanced multispeciality facility was founded in Chennai in 2012 and in merely a decade, has established the Medway Heart Institute – a niche hospital dedicated to enhancing healthcare for individuals with heart disorders. Since its inauguration in October 2021, the Medway Heart Institute in Kodambakkam, Chennai has accomplished exemplary feats in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac disorders, what with being equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a skilled team of cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons. Within a short span of just one year, Medway Heart Institute has risen to spectacular heights in being a best-in-class superspeciality hospital for complete cardiac care in the heart of Chennai, located at the arterial neighbourhood of Kodambakkam.

Medway Heart Institute and Medway Hospitals recognize their role in not only delivering prompt treatment and empathetic care to patients, but also in spreading awareness on preventive measures to avert cardiovascular disease and augment the overall wellbeing of society.

With regards to this, a walkathon was conducted on Sunday to commemorate World Heart Day 2022, that falls on September 29. As numerous research studies have documented that walking at least 5000 steps a day reduces the risk of heart ailments, prevents complications of heart attack, stroke and improves longevity, the World Heart Day Walkathon by the Medway Group of Hospitals was a proactive initiative to encourage people of all age groups to adopt a healthy active lifestyle and engage in physical activity on a daily basis.

Satvik Bhojan by Courtyard Marriott Bangalore ORR

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Navratri is observed differently in different parts of India. It is a time of religious reflection and fasting for many people, while it’s a time for dancing, enjoying Garba, and feasting for others.

Fasting traditions include following a strict diet which over the years because of its seasonal nature associated with this festive time of the year, have become something people block their calendars to try.

And that’s why Courtyard Marriott Bangalore has designed a special Satvik menu for this auspicious period.

The Navratri bhojan at the MoMo Cafe will include dishes such as Farali Dhokla, Farali Wada, Kaccha kella ke vada, Kuttu or Singhara ke Puri, Thepla and Roti, Sama ki chawal, Sabudana ki khichdi, natural thirst quenchers like Tender coconut water, Masala buttermilk, desserts such as Basundi, Kheer Fruits varieties of Halwa that include lauki halwa, singahre ka halwa, and plenty of others.

So join to celebrate this special time of the year with a special menu at the MoMo Cafe

Prices: 499 + taxes

Save the date: 25th  September to 5th October

Venue:  MoMo Café, Courtyard by Marriott ORR, Bellandur

For reservations, contact: +91 9513653156

Durga Pujo Special menu at Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore

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Hyatt Centric MG Bangalore is all set to celebrate one of the biggest celebrations of the year

Chef Uttam Dey, who hails from Kolkata has curated a special menu to bring Kolkata to Bangalore this October on the occassion of Durga Pujo

The menu will showcase some of the iconic dishes enjoyed during pandal hopping. From Dhakai Elish to Chital macher muitha to Kolkata style murgi biryani to a wide range of desserts such as Sita Bhog, Labongo Latika, Malpua with Rabri and much more

If experiencing this UNESCO tag festival has been on your bucket list, then this is a great starting point for it – through the authentic Bengali cuisine!

Join us for a feast from Oct  3rd to 5th available only for Dinner

Time – 07:30 to 10:30 PM

Price- 1599++

Special Bengali dishes available for takeaway and ala carte

Thai Food Festival at Cafe-G, Holiday Inn Chennai

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Cafe-G is coming up with a Thai twist for the following week. The Thai food festival is happening at Cafe-G from 23rd September to 2nd October bringing authentic Thai flavors and delicious curries.

This colorful buffet offers Thai Green Chicken Curry featuring succulent enchiladas and juiciest albondigas, along with signature Phad Phak Kra Phera only at INR 1,199 plus taxes per person.

About Thai food festival:

The lavish buffet of Thai food varieties along with tantalizing Soup Tom Yum Phak, Tom Kha Kai, Tam Saap, mouthwatering appetizer Khawphod Chub, Phak Thiy, Phak Satey, Siracha Pla, Kra Phera ki, and in Main Course Phad Phak Kra Phera, Gaeng Daeng, Khanom Jeen Nam Ya Kati, Kai Med Ma Muang, Gaeng Tai Pla, Massaman Gai, Gai Pad Pongali and finally for the dessert lovers delicious Maphraw Mamwang, Khaxghwan Thabtim Daeng, Water Chestnut, Coconut and Cream Khek Cha Thiyand Phal mi Tadsd.

Cafe-G at Holiday Inn Chennai OMR IT Expressway presents the ‘Thai Food Festival 2022 

Date – 23rd September – 2nd October

Time – 7:00 TO 10:30 PM

Venue – Cafe-G at Holiday Inn Chennai OMR IT Expressway

Wallet Factor – 1199++ per person

For more information, Call; +917550111044 / +917550111030

RELIVE TWO DECADES OF MEMORIES WITH IMPRESARIO’S 20 YEAR MENU

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Impresario Handmade Restaurants, a brand that has recently completed 20 years in the F&B industry, is celebrating by creating a menu of its greatest hits from the past 20 years. Home to your favorite brands like SOCIAL, Smoke House Deli, Salt Water Cafe, Souffle S’il Vous Plait, Slink & Bardot, BOSS Burger, Prithvi Cafe and Mocha have been the backdrop of precious memories and some of the cherished moments in your life.

To celebrate 20 years of knowing you, the brand rolled out an emotionally charged film featuring actor Boman Irani and also introduced an ₹20 menu that thrilled their patrons across the country. Taking the 20 year celebration a notch higher, the brand is now introducing the ‘20 Year Menu’, which sees the iconic dishes of the past two decades making a comeback at their original prices!

The thoughtfully crafted limited menu is all set to go live on the 28th of September at all SOCIAL, Smoke House Deli and Salt Water Cafe outlets across the country. For two weeks, walk into your friendly neighbourhood SOCIAL or enjoy some comfort food from Smoke House Deli!

The menu features culinary innovation like Watermelon and Feta Salad which was introduced in the Tasting Room menu and became an instant hit! Relish other loved dishes from Smoke House Deli like the Baconator and Boss Style Spaghetti, a true OG that has been on the menu since 2009!

Rediscover a spicier, crispier version of the original Naga Chilli Cheese Toast, a dish that put SOCIAL on the map. Other iconic SOCIAL dishes like Mutton Baida Roti, the ever-famous Death Wings and The Black Label Butter Chicken which made its way from Hauz Khas Village SOCIAL’s Chhat to our hearts, can also be enjoyed as a part of this menu.

As a throwback to the days when you bunked college and chilled at Mocha, the 20 year menu features the ever-popular Mocha shake. To give its patrons the most authentic experience, the menu offers other Mocha’s iconics like Red Thai Curry Maggi and Chocolate Avalanche, the most iconic dessert of all time!

Other highlights of the menu are the dishes that have a legacy of their own. Started two decades ago at Salt Water Grill in Chowpatty, Tenderloin Shiitake is stroganoff reimagined! Paired perfectly with your glass of Dom Perignon, Iced Chicken Liver Pate was introduced 15 years ago in Smoke House Grill.

When two iconic Mocha shakes met, the result was bound to be marvelous. Started in 2001, Oreo cookie Shake and Fudge Brownie Shake became one 13 years later, and blessed us with Oreo Mud Pot Shake at SOCIAL.

The 20 year menu is not restricted to just its food, it also has some of your favourite drinks like the LLIIT, a SOCIAL signature since 2014 along with Aacharoska, bursting with flavours of the omnipresent spice in every Indian household and winning hearts since 2015!

There’s also a special Dawa for your weekday blues and some Daaru for your weekend soul, presenting the Dawa Daru shot to make you feel better about your day. Add the perfect fruity addition to your meal with a Melon Sangria or a Watermelon Martini, OGs at Smoke House Deli.

So now that you’ve heard of the mouthwatering delights that await, head to the nearest SOCIAL, Smoke House Deli or Salt Water Cafe with your favourite people to enjoy ‘20 Years Menu’! With a variety of crowd favourites coming back at their original pisces you know that this will be an experience like no other!

Date – 28th September 2022- 12th October 2022

Address – Across all outlets of SOCIAL, Smoke House Deli and Salt Water Cafe

Durga Puja Celebration at JW Marriott Bengaluru

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Durga Puja is not just an annual festival, it’s an emotion that one really invests in.

We cannot bring the Durga Puja to you but we can certainly bring the Pujo feel with signature dishes from the city of joy.

From live stations featuring the Kolkata snacks that one indulges in during pandal hopping like Dimer Chop, Mochar Chop, Aloor Chop, Jhal Muri, Ghugni with Luchi to the dishes people like feasting on like Daab Chingri, Shorshe Maach, Paturi, Pulao, Chingrir Chop to the sweets that Bengal is so famous for, this is one buffet you will not want to miss!

So, this Durga Puja, join us at the JW Kitchen to experience an integral part of this UNESCO tagged 5 day festival – the food!

Spicy Reddish Chicken Curry or Masala, with prominent Leg Piece, served in a bowl or Kadhai over colourful or wooden background. selective focus.

Venue: JW Kitchen, JW Marriott Bengaluru

When: 1st Oct to 5th Oct 2022

 Available only for Dinner buffet – 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM

 Price: INR 2550++ per person

For more details, contact +91 8884494037

PM Modi to attend funeral of former PM of Japan Shinzo Abe

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (L) and Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pose for photographers prior to their meeting at Abe's official residence in Tokyo on October 29, 2018. (Photo by Koji Sasahara / POOL / AFP) (Photo credit should read KOJI SASAHARA/AFP via Getty Images)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Japan to attend the state funeral of former Japanese premier Shinzo Abe on September 27. Shinzo Abe was shot dead on July 8 while addressing a campaign speech in Japan ahead of the House of Councillors election on July 10.
The Ministry of External Affairs stated that PM Modi will attend the funeral and also meet the present Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during his visit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (L) and Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pose for photographers prior to their meeting at Abe’s official residence in Tokyo on October 29, 2018. (Photo by Koji Sasahara / POOL / AFP) (Photo credit should read KOJI SASAHARA/AFP via Getty Images)

It is stated that PM Modi had a close relationship with Shinzo Abe and that he condoled the death of his dear friend who was the longest serving prime minister of Japan and who dedicated his life to make the world a better place.

Federer to pair with Nadal for his last professional match

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Roger Federer will play his last match in his career today. He will be pairing up with his rival Rafael Nadal in the Laver Cup doubles game. He will retire from tennis after this match.
Federer and Nadal will play against the American pair of Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe in London’s O2 Arena. The former World No 1 said that this match will be a special moment for him.


Nadal while commenting on Federer’s retirement posted a heartfelt message on social media that it was a sad day for him personally and he wished that this day would never come and that it was a great honour and a privilege for him to spend amazing moments on and off the court with Federer.

JK Cheese n More launched their premier gourmet store in Anna Nagar

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JK Cheese n More launched their premier gourmet store in Anna Nagar in the presence of Mr. Narayan P, Mr. Manish Khubchandani, and Mrs. Rehmat Khubchandani.

The launch was followed by a fine wine and cheese session with exotic crackers, cheese, olive, ham, and much more along with tempeh from Hello Tempayy for all the guests and customers.

Smoking Hot 🔥 Raashii Khanna

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Check out the latest photoshoot pictures of Actress Raashii Khanna